The Supreme Court overturned the appointment of 1,158 assistant professors and librarians in Punjab, citing significant flaws in the selection process. The court criticized the replacement of a thorough recruitment method with a simple multiple-choice exam, deeming it arbitrary and lacking due procedure. The absence of viva-voce, a crucial element for assessing candidates' merits, further undermined the selection's quality.
SC cancels 1,158 assistant professor appointments in Punjab, rules selection process lacked transparency and merit
July 14, 2025
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The Supreme Court overturned the appointment of 1,158 assistant professors and librarians in Punjab, citing significant flaws in the selection process. The court criticized the replacement of a thorough recruitment method with a simple multiple-choice exam, deeming it arbitrary and lacking due procedure. The absence of viva-voce, a crucial element for assessing candidates' merits, further undermined the selection's quality.
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